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Illicit knowledge sharing on online marketplaces and offender forums

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19 Nov 2025 at 13:40

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the project titled "Illicit knowledge sharing on online marketplaces and offender forums," overseen by the Home Office, has reached the award stage. This procurement falls under the "services" category, specifically economic research services, and is located in London, United Kingdom. The contract, valued at £209,000, was awarded on 6th November 2025 to RAND Europe CIC. The contract begins on 7th November 2025 and is set to conclude on 6th November 2026. The process utilised a selective procurement method through a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system, and was designed to accommodate SMEs and VCSEs, showcasing a commitment to inclusivity for smaller and social enterprises.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses involved in economic research services, particularly those experienced in tackling cyber and economic crime. As the project involves tutorials, DIY guides, and support services, firms that specialise in digital security research and consultancy will find strong potential for growth and collaboration. The selective nature of the procurement method ensures that capable and specialised firms have a fair chance of competing, especially those within the SME and VCSE sectors. Such businesses are encouraged to engage in similar public procurement opportunities to expand their reach and capabilities in the service sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Illicit knowledge sharing on online marketplaces and offender forums

Notice Description

Illicit knowledge sharing on online marketplaces and offender forums Tutorials, DIY guides and support services for cyber and economic crime

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-71f10efe-03af-4853-958f-765709c22f0e
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cb67e6eb-e5ae-4373-9f3a-0ded7e3814d7
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Dynamic
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a dynamic purchasing system
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

CPV Codes

79311400 - Economic research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£209,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£209,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
6 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Nov 20253 months ago
Contract Period
7 Nov 2025 - 6 Nov 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
HOME OFFICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 4DF
Post Town
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
TLI London
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

RAND EUROPE

Further Information

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